The average train between Trier and Gelsenkirchen takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Trier to Gelsenkirchen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Trier and Gelsenkirchen. The earliest departure is at 5:36 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Trier is at 8:36 PM which arrives into Gelsenkirchen at 3:14 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 9m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Trier to Gelsenkirchen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Trier to Gelsenkirchen. However, there are services departing from Trier station and arriving at Gelsenkirchen station via Köln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Trier to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Trier, Hauptbahnhof station.
Trier to Gelsenkirchen train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Gelsenkirchen Hbf station.
Book your Trier to Gelsenkirchen train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and FlixTrain GmbH.
The distance between Trier and Gelsenkirchen is 196.7 km. The road distance is 258 km.
You can take a train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Gelsenkirchen Hbf via Köln Hbf in around 4h 11m.